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Albania's leader defies calls to resign as student protesters rampage in capital

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Briefings

Thousands of Albanian students protested in Tirana against Prime Minister Edi Rama, accusing him of corruption and neglecting education. Protesters smashed windows and clashed with riot police using water cannons and tear gas. The demonstrators specifically cited the sale of southern coastline parts to a luxury resort backed by Jared Kushner as a primary grievance.

Key points

• Prime Minister Edi Rama rejected resignation calls after student protesters clashed with riot police in Tirana.
• Protesters smashed windows and used water cannons and tear gas during the confrontation.

Context

The event occurred in Albania's capital, Tirana, where student-led groups accused officials of corruption and neglecting education. The unrest was specifically linked to the sale of southern coastline properties to a luxury resort development backed by Jared Kushner.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single article from October 15, 2026, reporting on a specific day of clashes. The article does not provide details on the duration of the protests, the number of participants, or the specific outcomes of the police response beyond the use of water cannons and tear gas.

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